Maruti Suzuki Ertiga to launch early 2012

Maruti’s all-new mini-MPV known until now by its codename R III will be called the Ertiga. Our latest spy pictures of the Ertiga clearly show the badging which confirms the name.

Designed to appeal to big Indian families looking for an ideal blend of everyday usability and space, the Ertiga, however isn’t just a practical mono-volume with three rows of seats like the much more utilitarian Eeco. This front-wheel-drive, car-based mini-MPV has been designed to drive like a car and features quality interiors, making it an appealing family car.

The Ertiga’s design is immediately recognisable as a Suzuki. The nose looks very similar to that of the Ritz, with its slot-like grille and bulbous bonnet. The chin of the Ertiga is quite different. Much wider and bulkier than the hatchback. The air inlet under the bumper is larger and so are the enclosures that house the fog lights.